Sakhwa
Sakhwa is a village located in Barachatti subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Barachatti (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Bhalua is the gram panchayat of Sakhwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Sakhwa unique in its vibrant Barachatti-Gaya region. You’ll see Sakhwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sakhwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhwa is 257416. The village spans a total geographical area of 305 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Sakhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sakhwa
Population of Sakhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sakhwa has a total population of about 198, with approximately 95 males and 103 females. The sex ratio is around 1084 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 143 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 18.18%, with male literacy at about 27.37% and female literacy near 9.71%. There are around 30 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sakhwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 198 | 95 | 103 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 68 | 75 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 36 | 26 | 10 |
Illiterate Population | 162 | 69 | 93 |
Connectivity of Sakhwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhwa. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sakhwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakhwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakhwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhwa
- Where is Sakhwa located?
- Sakhwa village is situated in Barachatti Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakhwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sakhwa is Bhalua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sakhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhwa is 198, with 95 males and 103 females.
- How many households are there in Sakhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakhwa village has a total of 30 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhwa is 18.18%. The male literacy rate is 27.37%, while the female literacy rate is 9.71%.